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Have you worked in the US on a J1 visa or work & travel programme before 2018?

If so you would've been taxed on your earnings

We've been getting US tax back for J1 students, working holidaymakers and students since 1996.

The average US tax refund is $800 so can you afford not to get it back?

Estimate your USA J1 Tax Refund now

Visiting the US on a J1 visa is exciting – especially because if you’ve worked in the US and paid tax, you could be entitled to a US tax refund. We get US tax back for thousands of J1 students and work & travel participants every year.

Why Could You Be Entitled To an USA Tax Refund?

Visiting the US on a J1 visa is exciting – especially if you’ve worked in the US and paid tax, you could be entitled to a US tax refund. We get US tax back for thousands of J1 students and work & travel participants every year.

As US tax laws can be confusing, many people think, ‘Why bother filing a tax return?’ Well, everyone who visited the US on a J1 visa is required by law to file a tax return and it’s important to comply with US tax laws.

Taxback.com is a US tax refund expert so apply today to get your US tax back. With years of experience filing tax returns for individuals on J1 visas, we can guarantee that we will file a compliant tax return for you and ensure you get back any tax you have overpaid.

The average US tax refund is $800. The amount you get back, however, depends on your individual circumstances and on factors such as how much you’ve earned and how long you have been working. Why not use our free refund calculator to see how much you could be due and apply today by downloading our tax forms.

US Tax Refund FAQ's

?How long will it take to get my US tax refund?

Normally it takes around 10 - 12 weeks from the day your file is received by the tax office to the day you get your cheque. Sometimes it takes longer for various reasons but we’ll make sure to keep up to date with your case and ring the tax office frequently to get them to issue your refund faster.

?What is a CPA?

CPA stands for Certified Public Accountant, a trained US tax professional trusted by the IRS to ensure tax returns are compliant with US tax law. Our CPA will review your application to make sure it complies with tax law.

?How much will it cost?

For US Federal tax returns we charge $60 + handling fee

Add in a State tax return for $30 + handling fee

For a state tax return on its own we charge $50 + handling fee.

If you are due a small refund from the US that does not cover our minimum fee, Taxback.com offers a reduced fee to allow you to meet your US tax filing obligations and file your tax return. Your Account Manager can discuss the fees with you in more detail if you have any questions.

?Do I have to file a US tax return?

Yes. By law you are required to file one if you earn more than the following:

2015 - US$4000

2014 - US$3950

2013 - US$3900

If you don’t file a tax return, you could incur fines and affect your future visa applications. Earning under a certain amount may exempt you from having to file a tax return, but we recommend you file one anyway as you may be owed a tax refund.

?What's the difference between filing my US tax return and getting my US tax refund?

A tax return is document declaring the liability for taxation while a tax refund is the overpayment made for a particular tax. We file your tax return in order to get your tax refund

?What forms do I need to file my tax return and apply for a tax refund?

Often we can use your final cumulative pay slip to start applying for your refund but some states require you to submit a W2/1040-S form. You will receive this form at the end of the tax year.

?What is a final cumulative pay slip?

This is a pay slip which is given to you along with your final pay slip and states all your earnings and taxes you were charged during the year.

?What’s a W2/1042-S form?

The W2 form is a form you receive at the end of the tax year which states your total earnings and amount you've been taxed over the past year.

Students, teachers or trainees on J or F visa will usually receive a 1042-S form instead of a W2. The 1042-S outlines your scholarships, fellowships or grants you received, as well as tax treaties you're entitled to.

?What’s an ITIN?

ITIN stands for Individual Tax Identification Number. If you’ve lost your social security number or you never got one, we can arrange an ITIN for you for only $120 so we can start applying for your tax refund.

?What if I’ve lost any of these forms?

Don’t’ worry; our documents retrevial team can find them for you, or get new ones, for a small fee.

?What taxes will I pay in the US?

You will pay three taxes

1. Federal Tax - usually at 10% for temporary workers2. State Tax - varies between 1 - 13% depending on what state you worked in3. Local Tax - A city/county tax

You may also be charged FICA tax but you're not meant to be. If you've been charged FICA tax talk to us today about getting your refund.

?What taxes can you file for me?

Federal, state and local tax, plus a FICA refund if you've been charged it

?How do I know what's happening with my tax return?

You can follow the step-by-step progress of your US tax refund application through your personal, secure, online Tax Tracker® account. It allows you to see every update and action taken on your case, as well as any additional information or documents we need from you

?Can I file my taxes electronically?

No. There is no legal way for non-residents to e-file. Beware of companies who say they can file this online for you.

?How do I know if I'm a resident or non resident for US tax purposes?

You will probably be deemed a non-resident for tax purposes when you first start working in the US. As a non-resident for tax purposes, you must file a non-resident 1040NR Tax Return. It is only when you pass the Substantial Presence Test that you will be deemed a resident for tax purposes

?What is the substantial presence test?

The Substantial Presence test is a test which will allow you status as a resident for tax purposes once you pass it. To pass it you must have been physically present in the US for:

31 days of the current year

183 days over the last three years

To calculate the 183 days, you can include all of the days you were present in the US over the current year, 1/3rd of the days you were present for the year before, and 1/6th of the days you were present in the US in the year before that.

?When can I take the test?

You may take the Substantial Presence Test after you have been in the US for five years (on a F, J, M or Q visa) or two years (on a work and travel, researcher or trainee J or Q visa). Once you pass it you will be considered a resident for tax purposes.

?When can I apply for my US tax refund?

You can apply for your tax refund at the end of the US tax year which runs from January to December.

?How much money will I get back?

How much you get back will depend on your individual circumstances, but Taxback.com will endeavor to get you back the maximum legal tax refund possible. That amount depends on factors like:

Your visa

Your earnings

What state you worked in

How long you worked for

The average refunds we get for our clients on J, Q, F, M, and H visas is between $520 and $1118 so apply today

?Can you guarantee that I'll receive the refund amount estimated for me?

No, we can’t but we can guarantee that we will make sure you get back everything that you are legally entited to. Our tax calculator gives a pretty accurate estimation of what you’ll get but we need to see some other documents to know for certain what you are due back.

?Could I owe money to the IRS?

It’s unlikely. We’ll check your situation and file a tax return that is 100% compliant with US tax laws on your behalf.

The average US Tax Refund is $800

We have decades of experience in filing US tax returns and can apply for your local, state and federal taxes. To get a tax refund estimation you can use our free income tax refund calculator and if you want to proceed all you need to do is to download and complete a tax pack and send it to us along with your W2 form. Our tax pack contains all the required IRS tax forms and clear instructions on how to fill it out. We're committed to filing a correct and compliant tax return for you. You can follow the status of your US tax refund through your Tax Tracker ® account.

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Useful US tax facts

The US tax year runs from 1st January to 31st December.

There are four types of tax in the US: Federal Tax, State Tax, Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) Tax, and Local Tax.

US tax returns should be filed by April 15th of the following year.

Most J1 visa-holders overpay tax when they're in the US.

To claim your US tax refund, we'll need your W2 form. The W2 form is the official government form that you receive from your employer in January.

We’ve been providing US tax back for J1 students since 1996

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We’ve been providing US tax back for J1 students since 1996

There are so many great things about living and working in the US on a J1 visa, one of which is the US tax refund you may be entitled to apply for after you leave. We provide US tax refunds for thousands of J1 students every year. The amount you get back depends on your individual circumstances and factors including where you worked, the type of work you did and how long you worked for. We have all the right US tax forms in one handy J1 tax pack so you don’t have to search for them, plus you can use our free J1 tax refund calculator to estimate your US tax refund. Get started today!

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